Senior Advisor, Alcohol Harm Reduction Strategy

health; Wellington; On-site; NZD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Wellbeing & work-life balance

Inclusive environment

Wellness resources

Healthcare impact

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

health in Wellington is seeking a capable adviser to support strategic decision-making and programme delivery. The role focuses on delivering high-quality written and visual artefacts and coordinating cross-agency activities.

You will oversee projects, manage priorities, and contribute to governance, reports, and public-facing resources while ensuring accessibility and impact for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in government/public sector
• Understanding machinery of government and cross-agency work processes
• Experience creating high-quality written, visual, and digital artefacts for diverse audiences
• Strong project leadership and delivery across complex programmes
• Excellent analytical, communication, and relationship management skills
• Experience in governance, publication, and assurance processes
• Ability to translate evidence into practical policy advice and recommendations

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality advice, analysis, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and programme delivery
• Lead and coordinate projects and work programmes, ensuring delivery is well planned, collaborative, and outcomes-focused
• Support performance monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and assurance activities
• Produce high-quality artefacts, including briefings, reports, presentations, guidance materials, and other resources
• Support governance and cross-agency coordination through effective secretariat functions and stakeholder engagement
• Contribute to development, publication, and dissemination of key products and public-facing resources

Skills

Public sector knowledge

Governance experience

Project leadership

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Policy advice

Education

Relevant qualification

Job description

health in Wellington is seeking a capable adviser to support strategic decision-making and programme delivery. The role focuses on delivering high-quality written and visual artefacts and coordinating cross-agency activities.

You will oversee projects, manage priorities, and contribute to governance, reports, and public-facing resources while ensuring accessibility and impact for diverse audiences.